Palmiers Recipe

Recreate the magic of your favorite bakery treat with these incredibly easy homemade Palmiers (Elephant Ears)! Flaky, buttery, and utterly delicious, these puff pastry delights are perfect for a weekend brunch or a special treat any day of the week. Inspired by Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, this recipe shows you how to make them from scratch, then freeze them for baking later. Get ready to impress yourself and your loved ones with these delightful pastries!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 212.5 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Palmiers

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How to Make Palmiers

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unfold one sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, gently roll it out to a 12x10 inch rectangle.
  3. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the puff pastry with melted butter.
  4. Sprinkle generously with granulated sugar.
  5. Fold the puff pastry in half, then in half again, creating a long rectangle.
  6. Using a sharp knife, slice the rectangle into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  7. Place the slices onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy! For freezing, place the unbaked slices on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for later use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

80g

Fat

11g

Carbs

10g

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